Operating System Principles - Linux Edition

Author: Xu Demin
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book adheres to the principle of combining the theory and practice of operating systems, providing a comprehensive elaboration on the fundamental theories of operating systems. At the same time, it integrates the analysis of the Linux kernel to achieve the goal of making the theory of operating systems concrete. In terms of content arrangement, the book adopts a comparative structure, arranging the principles of operating systems and Linux implementation techniques in corresponding chapters for parallel introduction. The book is rich in content and widely sourced, incorporating new technological achievements of Linux. The narrative is clear and easy to understand, with numerous illustrations provided to make theoretical concepts more vivid. Additionally, each chapter is equipped with exercises to help readers consolidate their knowledge. The book is highly practical. Through learning, readers not only gain an in-depth and systematic understanding of the principles of operating systems but also master the design philosophy and technical methods of Linux. This book can serve as a textbook for operating systems principles courses in computer science and information science majors in higher education institutions, as well as a reference for computer software professionals and computer application personnel.